Malik Paulson returned to his home in Sioux Falls, SD, after spending several months recovering from a spinal cord injury. His family was thrilled to welcome Malik back just in time to celebrate the Christmas holiday.

Mari Jackson doesn't take her health or family for granted. This after regaining strength at Madonna's Omaha Campus after undergoing surgery to stop a brain bleed. Mari made huge gains in recovery during the seven weeks she went through Madonna's continuum.

Deb Waechter is back in the Lincoln community pursuing her passions and caring for her family after surviving a brain tumor and rehabilitating at Madonna's Lincoln campus. She is featured in the annual calendar, providing inspiration to Madonna patients, staff, and supporters.

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